1965 Steyr 700C vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 601 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1701 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Steyr 700C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 700C | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Steyr | Bentley |
| Model | 700C | Continental Supersports |
| 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 | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2746 mm |
