2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1729 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Continental GTC | Floride |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |