1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont 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 292 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont. 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Bentley | Holden |
Model | Continental | Belmont |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |