2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1966 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Taunus 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 342 more horse power than 1966 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1966 Ford Taunus. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1966 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
