2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1963 Innocenti 950

To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti 950 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 381 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1755 kg more than 1963 Innocenti 950. 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 804 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1963 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1963 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Bentley Continental 1963 Innocenti 950
Make Bentley Innocenti
Model Continental 950
Year Released 2000 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 421 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 71 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 695 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 3420 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2040 mm


 

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