2004 Bentley Continental vs. 1962 BMW 1800
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1407 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 731 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800. 2004 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1962 BMW 1800 has manual transmission. 1962 BMW 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 1962 BMW 1800 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
