1996 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 343 kg more than 2005 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Continental | 2005 Buick Terraza | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Continental | Terraza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 875 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |