2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 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 378 more horse power than 1996 Rover 800. (174 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1996 Rover 800. 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, 1996 Rover 800, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 1996 Rover 800 | |
Make | Bentley | Rover |
Model | Continental | 800 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2497 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1435 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2780 mm |