2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850. 2007 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental GT | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2040 mm |
