2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 12 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 302 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo. 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo, 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 669 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Bravo 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 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Bentley | Fiat |
Model | Continental | Bravo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |