2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1954 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1954 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Bentley | Jeep |
| Model | Continental | CJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2060 mm |
