2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1980 Buick Estate
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 408 kg more than 1980 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 1980 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental GTC | Estate |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5030 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
