2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 605 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 288 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 605. 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, 1995 Peugeot 605, 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 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 605 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 | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 605 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2810 mm |
