1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jeep CJ5 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1970 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep CJ5. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1970 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1970 Jeep CJ5 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.
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1970 Jeep CJ5 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Jeep | Bentley |
Model | CJ5 | Continental |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3065 mm |