2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica 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 489 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1825 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 786 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental GTC | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2270 mm |
