1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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 1969 Dodge Dart. 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 (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Dodge | Bentley |
Model | Dart | Continental |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |