2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1959 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Buick Invicta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Buick Invicta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1959 Buick Invicta | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Continental GT | Invicta |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6576 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |