1973 Mini MK III vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mini MK III 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 (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 566 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1955 kg more than 1973 Mini MK III. 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 1973 Mini MK III. 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 (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 689 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini MK III. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1973 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1973 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mini MK III | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Mini | Bentley |
| Model | MK III | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2746 mm |
