1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1755 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 1300 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2750 mm |
