2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 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 315 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 505. 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, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 715 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505. 2003 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1983 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1983 Peugeot 505 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 505 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2910 mm |
