1960 Bentley S2 vs. 1970 Porsche 917
To start off, 1970 Porsche 917 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Bentley S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Bentley S2 would be higher. At 6,229 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Bentley S2 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:
| 1960 Bentley S2 | 1970 Porsche 917 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | S2 | 917 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6229 cc | 4994 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 520 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
