2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1479 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1970 Volkswagen 1600 has manual transmission. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
