1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph 2000 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 332 more horse power than 1964 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1964 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 717 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Continental | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
