2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 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 488 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1973 Seat 124. 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Bentley | Seat |
| Model | Continental GTC | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
