1972 Jaguar E Type vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 955 kg more than 1972 Jaguar E Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar E Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar E Type. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1972 Jaguar E Type has manual transmission. 1972 Jaguar E Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar E Type | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Bentley |
| Model | E Type | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |
