2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1999 Buick Cielo
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Cielo would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2005 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 2005 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1999 Buick Cielo | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental | Cielo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
