2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Bentley | Morris |
| Model | Continental GT | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
