2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 860 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Continental T | 1956 Buick 40 | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Continental T | 40 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 5279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 462 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3110 mm |