2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental 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 71 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (350 HP @ 3013 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 87 kg more than 2000 Bentley Continental.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Ram 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 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Continental | Ram |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 129 L |