2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1986 Buick Electra
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 974 kg more than 1986 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra, 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 1986 Buick Electra | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Continental | Electra |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 271 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2820 mm |