2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 835 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Bentley | Plymouth |
Model | Continental | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |