2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila 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 352 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2012 Opel Agila. 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 Opel Agila, 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 705 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Agila. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Agila 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 Opel Agila | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Continental | Agila |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 41 L |