2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 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 478 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. 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 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Continental GTC | 220 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |