2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 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 @ 2100 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
Model | Continental | 312 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |