1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 870 kg more than 1966 Bristol 409. 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 1966 Bristol 409. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Bristol | Bentley |
| Model | 409 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |
