2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord 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 472 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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 1977 Honda Accord. 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 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Continental GT | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
