2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Skoda 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Bentley | Skoda |
| Model | Continental GT | 440 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
