2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 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 204 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Continental | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
