2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 962 kg more than 1978 Dodge Aspen. 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Continental T | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Continental T | Aspen |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2870 mm |