1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 660 kg more than 1978 Bristol 412. 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 1978 Bristol 412. 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 (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Bristol | Bentley |
Model | 412 | Continental |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2746 mm |