2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 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 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 759 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |
