1974 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada 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 496 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 960 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. 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 1974 Ford Granada. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Granada | Continental |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2746 mm |