2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP) has 421 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm) has 867 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1989 Buick Century | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Brooklands | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 109 HP |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 183 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2664 mm |