1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP) has 580 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 2122 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Abarth | Bentley |
Model | 500 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 600 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |