1974 BMW 3 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 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 400 more horse power than 1974 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 917 kg more than 1974 BMW 3. 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 1974 BMW 3. 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1974 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1974 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 3 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2746 mm |
