2004 Bentley Continental vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Xedos 6 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 315 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Xedos 6, 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 737 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Xedos |
| Model | Continental | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
