1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1658 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 712 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2746 mm |
