2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 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 493 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1974 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental GT | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
