2011 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1982 Buick Century
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP) has 515 more horse power than 1982 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Century.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | 1982 Buick Century | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental GTC | Century |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2662 mm |
