2004 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Continental 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) has 221 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S60. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 841 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60. 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, 2011 Volvo S60, 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
