2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1970 MG MGB
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG MGB 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 323 more horse power than 1970 MG MGB. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1970 MG MGB. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 726 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG MGB. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1970 MG MGB has manual transmission. 1970 MG MGB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1970 MG MGB | |
| Make | Bentley | MG |
| Model | Continental | MGB |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 880 kg |
