2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1998 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick LeSabre 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 350 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 985 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre. 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 1998 Buick LeSabre. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 1998 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental GTC | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 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 | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
