2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice 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 307 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 870 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Continental T | 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental T | Caprice |
Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2950 mm |