2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2003 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental GT | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
Model | Continental GT | 312 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |