2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 660 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental GT | Electra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
