1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 745 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 642 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Continental | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental | Equinox |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |