2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica 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 490 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental GT | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
