2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Buick Regal
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Regal 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 301 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 852 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (388 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2004 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental | Regal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3786 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1598 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 64 L |
