2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1972 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 740 kg more than 1972 Dodge Charger. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Charger. (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1972 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental | Charger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6555 cc |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 110.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1710 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3010 mm |
