2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 687 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT 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 GT (700 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (692 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Buick | Bentley |
Model | Blackhawk | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 700 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2746 mm |