2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS 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 263 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 975 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS. 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 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1979 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1979 Holden GTS 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 | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Continental | GTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
