2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III 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 390 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1955 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 846 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2003 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda N III has manual transmission. 1970 Honda N III 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 | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Continental | N III |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 57.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2010 mm |