1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1516 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356. 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. 1998 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1963 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1963 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Continental | 356 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
