2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1967 Opel Record
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 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record 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 348 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1372 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Continental T | 1967 Opel Record | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Continental T | Record |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 223 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |