2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Century would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 2000 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 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Century, 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2664 mm |
