2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1983 Ferrari 126
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 126 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 126 (594 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1874 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 126.
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. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 126 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 126 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 | 1983 Ferrari 126 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Continental | 126 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
