2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 640 kg more than 1972 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Century. 2005 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1972 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1972 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 1972 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental GT | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
