2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 12 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 93 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (328 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 712 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (395 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
| Model | Continental | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2935 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 28.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
