2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont 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 199 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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 (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Bentley | Holden |
Model | Continental | Belmont |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |