1982 Talbot 1510 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 555 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1982 Talbot 1510. 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 1982 Talbot 1510. 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 (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 692 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1982 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1982 Talbot 1510 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:
| 1982 Talbot 1510 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Talbot | Bentley |
| Model | 1510 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 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 | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2745 mm |
