2012 Bentley Continental Supersports vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 686 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental Supersports | Nova |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 621 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2241 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1379 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2830 mm |
