1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 860 kg more than 1956 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20. 2012 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1956 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1956 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | GAZ | Bentley |
| Model | M-20 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2746 mm |
