2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1998 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1653 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1998 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
| Model | Continental | Atos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
