1953 Ford Consul vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP) has 581 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1953 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Consul | Continental |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 621 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2745 mm |
