1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1970 Renault 8
To start off, 1996 Bentley Continental is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 8 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1970 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1670 kg more than 1970 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1996 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1970 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1970 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Continental | 1970 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental | 8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
