2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1971 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1770 kg more than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 717 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1971 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1971 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 1971 Bizzarrini GT | |
Make | Bentley | Bizzarrini |
Model | Continental | GT |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2210 mm |