2004 Bentley Continental vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 775 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2004 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Continental | Drover |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2040 mm |
