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Bentley Continental R

General information

ModelBentley Continental R
Year2000
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6750 ccm (411.89 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement6750 ccm (411.89 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power385.00 PS (283 kW or 380 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque717.00 Nm (73.1 kgf-m or 528.9 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke104.1 x 99.1 mm (4.1 x 3.9 inches)
Fuel systemInjection. Turbo
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed270.0 km/h (167.8 mph)
0-60 miles5.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1591 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space6080 litres (1,606 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight2420 kg (5,335.2 pounds)
Overall length5410 mm (213.0 inches)
Overall width2060 mm (81.1 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2970 mm (116.9 inches)
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