1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 740 kg more than 1976 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Avanti Avanti. 2012 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1976 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1976 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Avanti | Bentley |
| Model | Avanti | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2746 mm |
