1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1959 Moretti 750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 812 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750. 1997 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1959 Moretti 750 has manual transmission. 1959 Moretti 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Continental | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
Make | Bentley | Moretti |
Model | Continental | 750 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2160 mm |