2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 700 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman. 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Bentley | Holden |
Model | Continental | Statesman |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2950 mm |