1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1970 GAZ 24. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 703 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Bentley | GAZ |
| Model | Continental | 24 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2810 mm |
