1986 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur

To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ford Escort 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Make Ford Bentley
Model Escort Continental Flying Spur
Year Released 1986 2011
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1115 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 48 HP 552 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 650 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1600 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 825 kg 2525 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 5291 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1976 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3066 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 90 L


 

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