2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Continental T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Continental T 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 201 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 785 kg more than 2011 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bentley Continental T 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 2002 Bentley Continental T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal, 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Continental T | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Continental T | Regal |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |