2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 630 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. 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 1976 Bristol 412. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Continental GT | 412 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
