1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 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 (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. (70 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 895 kg more than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. 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. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 has manual transmission. 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Bentley |
| Model | 16 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2970 mm |
