1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant 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 490 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1573 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. 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 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. 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 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Bentley |
| Model | Charmant | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2746 mm |
