2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
| Model | Continental GTC | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
