1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1970 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph TR6 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 317 more horse power than 1970 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1970 Triumph TR6. 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 681 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 1970 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Bentley | Triumph |
Model | Continental | TR6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |