1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Vega | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Vega | Continental |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |