2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1991 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Spirit 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 271 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1991 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bentley Continental T 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 2002 Bentley Continental T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Spirit, 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Spirit. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 1991 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental T | Spirit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |
