1972 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1562 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Vega | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
| Model | Vega | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |
