2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2001 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. (458 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. 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 2001 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2001 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental GT | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 458 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
