1995 Bentley Continental vs. 1965 Buick Electra
To start off, 1995 Bentley Continental is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1965 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 390 kg more than 1965 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 1965 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental | Electra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 95 L |
