2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega 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 116 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
