2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Kia Brisa 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 (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1664 kg more than 1974 Kia Brisa. 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 767 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1974 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1974 Kia Brisa 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 | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Bentley | Kia |
| Model | Continental | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2270 mm |
