2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 793 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
Model | Continental | 312 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |