2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 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 (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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 (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | 140 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
