2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (350 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 498 kg more than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. 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 (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
Model | Continental | New Yorker |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |