1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer 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 (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 541 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Blazer | Continental |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2194 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1388 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2745 mm |