1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 992 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen. 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 1975 Dodge Aspen. 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Dodge | Bentley |
Model | Aspen | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2746 mm |