2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1975 Saab 99
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Saab 99 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 326 more horse power than 1975 Saab 99. (95 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1975 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Saab 99, 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Saab 99. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1975 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Bentley | Saab |
| Model | Continental | 99 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2480 mm |
