2010 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Bentley Continental GTC | 1996 Holden Nova | |
Make | Bentley | Holden |
Model | Continental GTC | Nova |
Year Released | 2010 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1397 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2470 mm |