2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1969 Moretti SS

To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti SS 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 370 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1750 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. 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 815 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Bentley Continental 1969 Moretti SS
Make Bentley Moretti
Model Continental SS
Year Released 2000 1969
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 6750 cc 843 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 421 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 60 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.2 mm 65 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 63.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 700 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2040 mm


 

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