1971 AC 428 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1971 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1971 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 890 kg more than 1971 AC 428. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 AC 428. (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 AC 428. 2012 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1971 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1971 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | 428 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2746 mm |
