2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1970 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph TR6 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 317 more horse power than 1970 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1970 Triumph TR6. 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 681 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 1970 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Bentley | Triumph |
Model | Continental | TR6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |