2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro 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 422 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 867 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
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2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental GT | Camaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |