1976 BMW 628 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 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 (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 628. 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 (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 628 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
