1999 Bentley Continental vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1999 Bentley Continental is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1670 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 782 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Continental | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Bentley | Triumph |
Model | Continental | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2110 mm |