1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1925 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 750 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
