2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1996 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1372 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark. 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 1996 Buick Skylark. 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 (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1996 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental GT | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
