2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
