2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 865 kg more than 2012 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1555 kg |
