2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica 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 358 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1695 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 781 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2270 mm |
