2004 Bentley Continental vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart 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 316 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental | Dart |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
