2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1999 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Century 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 387 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 865 kg more than 1999 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 GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Century. 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1999 Buick Century | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Continental GT | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3134 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |