1954 Bentley R Type Continental vs. 1960 Ferrari 850
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 850 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bentley R Type Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bentley R Type Continental would be higher. At 4,887 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bentley R Type Continental is equipped with a bigger engine.
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:
1954 Bentley R Type Continental | 1960 Ferrari 850 | |
Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
Model | R Type Continental | 850 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4887 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 72 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 140 L |