2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 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 129 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. (292 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. 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. 2003 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 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 | 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Continental | 256 F1 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 159 L |
