1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T 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 580 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1985 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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 1965 Steyr 650T. 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 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 650T 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:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Steyr | Bentley |
| Model | 650T | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2746 mm |
