2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, both 2001 Bentley Continental and 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 241 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 878 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 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 598 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental | Monte Carlo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 3354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |