2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1970 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1970 Buick Riviera. (265 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 402 kg more than 1970 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Riviera. (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1970 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Continental GT | Riviera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |