1977 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit has manual transmission. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Bentley |
| Model | Rabbit | Continental |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2746 mm |
