2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1966 Buick Electra
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1966 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1966 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 420 kg more than 1966 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:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1966 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental | Electra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 6572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3210 mm |
