2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri 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 271 more horse power than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 920 kg more than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. 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 | 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | Karmann Asso di Quadri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
