1970 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia 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 574 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia. 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 Skoda Octavia. 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 716 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Skoda | Bentley |
| Model | Octavia | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
