1979 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 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 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1602 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Renault | Bentley |
| Model | 15 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
