1955 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 595 kg more than 1955 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT 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 GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Buick | Bentley |
Model | 40 | Continental GT |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2320 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2746 mm |