1957 Riley 1.5 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 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 (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 537 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. 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 1957 Riley 1.5. 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 (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1957 Riley 1.5 has manual transmission. 1957 Riley 1.5 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:
| 1957 Riley 1.5 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Riley | Bentley |
| Model | 1.5 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 90 L |
