2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica 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 333 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. 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 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2170 mm |
