2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 82 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 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.
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2000 Bentley Continental | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
Model | Continental | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |