1952 Bentley R Type Continental vs. 1970 Porsche 908
To start off, 1970 Porsche 908 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bentley R Type Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bentley R Type Continental would be higher. At 4,566 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Bentley R Type Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Bentley R Type Continental weights approximately 985 kg more than 1970 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:
1952 Bentley R Type Continental | 1970 Porsche 908 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | R Type Continental | 908 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4566 cc | 2195 cc |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 666 kg |