1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 705 kg more than 1979 Buick LeSabre. 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 1979 Buick LeSabre. 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 (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Buick | Bentley |
Model | LeSabre | Continental |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2746 mm |