1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1966 BMW 1600
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 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 336 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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 751 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600. 1997 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 1600 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 1600 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 | 1966 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
