2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1999 Buick Cielo
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Cielo 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 314 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Cielo. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1999 Buick Cielo | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental GTC | Cielo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
