1971 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1971 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 820 kg more than 1971 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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.
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1971 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Avanti | Bentley |
Model | Avanti | Continental |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2746 mm |