2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft 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 355 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1976 Daihatsu Taft has manual transmission. 1976 Daihatsu Taft 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Continental | Taft |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2030 mm |
