1979 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 576 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1366 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 740 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Escort | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2746 mm |
