2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 829 kg more than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Continental GTC | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 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 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |