1980 Bentley T vs. 1951 Ferrari 166
To start off, 1980 Bentley T is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Bentley T is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley T weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 166.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1980 Bentley T has automatic transmission and 1951 Ferrari 166 has manual transmission. 1951 Ferrari 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Bentley T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Bentley T | 1951 Ferrari 166 | |
Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
Model | T | 166 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 700 kg |