2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1419 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
| Model | Continental GT | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| 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 | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| 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 | 2385 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
