1983 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 570 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1983 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 1983 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 689 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Escort | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2746 mm |
