2000 Honda FCX vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC

To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda FCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda FCX would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 2000 Honda FCX. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda FCX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1655 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda FCX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda FCX. (273 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda FCX.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda FCX 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
Make Honda Bentley
Model FCX Continental GTC
Year Released 2000 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 5998 cc
Engine Type electric W
Horse Power 122 HP 567 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 273 Nm 700 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 2495 kg
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2746 mm


 

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