2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 545 kg more than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. 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 1990 Buick Roadmaster. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental GT | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| 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 | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
