2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona 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 468 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. 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 1976 Toyota Corona. 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 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Continental GT | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |