1968 Ford 17 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | 17 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 91 L |
