2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis 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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2000 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 615 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
Model | Continental | Genesis |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4986 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 77 L |