1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
| Model | Biscayne | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 90 L |
