1981 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 871 kg more than 1981 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 Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Granada | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2746 mm |
