2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1965 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti Mini 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 (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1965 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 661 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1965 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1965 Innocenti Mini 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 | 1965 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Bentley | Innocenti |
Model | Continental | Mini |
Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2050 mm |