2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 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 400 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1980 Volvo 240. 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 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1980 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1980 Volvo 240 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 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1440 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 60 L |
