1971 Renault 15 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 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 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 (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Renault | Bentley |
| Model | 15 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
