1979 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Granada | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2746 mm |
