1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 1996 Bentley Continental is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 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 340 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Continental | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Continental | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
