2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1949 Bristol 401
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1949 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 736 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1949 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Continental GTC | 401 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2900 mm |
