1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant 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 541 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1775 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 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 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Daihatsu | Bentley |
Model | Charmant | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 2567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 90 L |