1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane 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 414 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 870 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane. 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 1972 Ford Fairlane. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Fairlane | Continental |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2746 mm |
