2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental 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 336 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. 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, 2004 Opel Astra, 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 736 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (139 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Continental | Astra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |