2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1974 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic 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 499 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. 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 1974 Honda Civic. 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 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1974 Honda Civic | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Continental GT | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |