1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1988 Buick Reatta
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 914 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta, 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 1988 Buick Reatta | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental | Reatta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 69 L |
