2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1967 Renault 10
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 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 510 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. 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 1967 Renault 10. 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 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1967 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental GT | 10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
