2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1955 Renault Colorale
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1955 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 865 kg more than 1955 Renault Colorale. 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. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1955 Renault Colorale has manual transmission. 1955 Renault Colorale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1955 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Colorale |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
