1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Holden | Bentley |
Model | Monaro | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2746 mm |