2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1989 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet APV 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 283 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 864 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet APV. 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, 1989 Chevrolet APV, 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 (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1989 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | APV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
