2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Continental GT | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
