2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311, 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 793 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
Model | Continental | 311 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |