1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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 GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Holden | Bentley |
Model | Monaro | Continental GT |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3032 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2746 mm |