2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic 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 316 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. 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, 1972 Honda Civic, 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 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1972 Honda Civic | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Continental | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2210 mm |