2011 Bentley Continental Supersports vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 661 kg more than 1977 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Bentley | Avanti |
Model | Continental Supersports | Avanti |
Year Released | 2011 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 621 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2241 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1379 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2780 mm |