1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Porsche 356 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Porsche | Bentley |
Model | 356 | Continental |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |