2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1999 Buick Regal
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 Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal 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 307 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 825 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. 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 Regal. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1999 Buick Regal | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Continental GT | Regal |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
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 | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |