1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 540 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Newport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Bentley |
| Model | Newport | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2746 mm |
