2010 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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 (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1435 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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 2012 Fiat Panda. 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 (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental GTC | Panda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 35 L |
