1961 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 567 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | 7 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
