1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon 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 296 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 900 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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 1976 Ford Falcon. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Falcon | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2746 mm |
