2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone 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 484 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 2009 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1972 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1972 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Bentley | Subaru |
Model | Continental GT | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |