2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 845 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental GT | 605 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
