1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Innocenti Mini 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 499 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini. 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 1975 Innocenti Mini. 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 (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1975 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1975 Innocenti Mini 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:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Innocenti | Bentley |
| Model | Mini | Continental |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 3065 mm |
