2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2002 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, both 2002 Bentley Continental T and 2002 Fiat Barchetta were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 292 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1390 kg more than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. 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, 2002 Fiat Barchetta, 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 711 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. 2002 Bentley Continental T has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Continental T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Continental T | 2002 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Bentley | Fiat |
Model | Continental T | Barchetta |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2280 mm |