1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 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 1968 Dodge Coronet. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Coronet 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:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Bentley |
| Model | Coronet | Continental |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
