1981 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 31 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), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1155 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 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Granada | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2746 mm |