2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 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 529 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1965 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. 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 1966 Trabant P 601. 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 828 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Bentley | Trabant |
| Model | Continental GTC | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 24 L |
