2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 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 327 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1434 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400, 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1991 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1991 Rover 400 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 | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Continental | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2560 mm |
