2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1989 Buick Reatta
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1989 Buick Reatta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (881 Nm) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1989 Buick Reatta | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental GTC | Reatta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
