2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 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 370 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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 806 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Continental T | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Bentley | Fiat |
Model | Continental T | 850 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2040 mm |