2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1948 Bentley Mark VI
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bentley Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bentley Mark VI would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 600 kg more than 1948 Bentley Mark VI.
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. 2003 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1948 Bentley Mark VI has manual transmission. 1948 Bentley Mark VI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental | 1948 Bentley Mark VI | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3050 mm |
