1952 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 685 kg more than 1952 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Buick | Bentley |
Model | 40 | Continental |
Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2227 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2746 mm |