2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 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 530 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 2040 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. 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 1965 Fiat 500. 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 845 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental GTC | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| 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 | 2580 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
