1973 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1973 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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 GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU Ro 80 | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | NSU | Bentley |
| Model | Ro 80 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 5998 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
