2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1967 MG MGB
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGB would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1967 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1568 kg more than 1967 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 726 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGB. 2002 Bentley Continental T has automatic transmission and 1967 MG MGB has manual transmission. 1967 MG MGB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Continental T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Bentley Continental T | 1967 MG MGB | |
Make | Bentley | MG |
Model | Continental T | MGB |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 97 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 | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2320 mm |