1968 Jaguar XJ-13 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 Jaguar XJ-13. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1968 Jaguar XJ-13.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar XJ-13. (570 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar XJ-13.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Bentley |
| Model | XJ-13 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4990 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 567 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1405 mm |
