2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord 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) has 362 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. 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 756 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord. 2003 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1971 Opel Rekord 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 | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
