2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1999 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Express 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 224 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 116 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Express. 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 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Continental T | 1999 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental T | Express |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3440 mm |