2004 Bentley Continental vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite 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 297 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (124 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. 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 707 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Continental | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
