1969 Riley Kestrel vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 557 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1331 kg more than 1969 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Riley Kestrel | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Riley | Bentley |
| Model | Kestrel | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
