2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900. 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, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900. 2003 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1957 Volvo P 1900 has manual transmission. 1957 Volvo P 1900 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 | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Continental | P 1900 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |