1948 Bentley Mark VI vs. 1969 Porsche 908
To start off, 1969 Porsche 908 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bentley Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bentley Mark VI would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bentley Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bentley Mark VI weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1969 Porsche 908.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bentley Mark VI | 1969 Porsche 908 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Mark VI | 908 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4257 cc | 2195 cc |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 660 kg |