2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (415 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 944 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper. 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) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Viper. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Viper 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 | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 415 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
