1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy 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 520 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 595 kg more than 1973 GMC Jimmy. 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 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | GMC | Bentley |
| Model | Jimmy | Continental |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2745 mm |
