1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Bentley Continental GT

To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 549 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 2105 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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 1960 Abarth 750. 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 (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750. 2009 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth 750 2009 Bentley Continental GT
Make Abarth Bentley
Model 750 Continental GT
Year Released 1960 2009
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 5996 cc
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 43 HP 592 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 553 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 61 mm 104.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 155 km/hour 325 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 590 kg 2695 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3120 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 100 L


 

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