2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP) has 354 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1965 Volvo 120. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 731 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
