1977 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Buick | Bentley |
Model | Regal | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3066 mm |