2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 965 kg more than 1966 Rover P5. 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 1966 Rover P5. 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 (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Continental GT | P5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
