1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair 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 (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. 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 1970 Ford Corsair. 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 (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Corsair | Continental |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2746 mm |