1969 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang 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 (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang. 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.
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1969 Ford Mustang | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Mustang | Continental |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4731 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 90 L |