2007 Bentley Continental vs. 1952 Hudson Hornet
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Hudson Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Hudson Hornet would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental weights approximately 650 kg more than 1952 Hudson Hornet.
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. 2007 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1952 Hudson Hornet has manual transmission. 1952 Hudson Hornet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental | 1952 Hudson Hornet | |
Make | Bentley | Hudson |
Model | Continental | Hornet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 144 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2990 mm |