2000 Buick Cielo vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Cielo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2000 Buick Cielo. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Cielo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 481 kg more than 2000 Buick Cielo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Cielo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Cielo. (387 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Cielo | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Buick | Bentley |
Model | Cielo | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 800 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2241 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2746 mm |