1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1366 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | Turbo | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2746 mm |
