2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1990 Buick Electra

To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra 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 389 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 900 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra. 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 1990 Buick Electra. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Continental GTC 1990 Buick Electra
Make Bentley Buick
Model Continental GTC Electra
Year Released 2008 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 3791 cc
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2475 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2820 mm


 

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