2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1972 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Bentley | Seat |
| Model | Continental GT | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
