2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 283 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 960 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Bentley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Continental | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2740 mm |
