1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1795 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Toyota | Bentley |
| Model | Corolla | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2746 mm |
