2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot Peugette would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental 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 2003 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot Peugette, 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, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 793 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. 2003 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1976 Peugeot Peugette has manual transmission. 1976 Peugeot Peugette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Bentley Continental | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
Model | Continental | Peugette |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2230 mm |