1980 Talbot 1510 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot 1510 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 486 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1980 Talbot 1510. 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 1980 Talbot 1510. 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 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot 1510. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot 1510 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:
1980 Talbot 1510 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Talbot | Bentley |
Model | 1510 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2746 mm |