1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Falcon 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 501 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 871 kg more than 1987 Ford Falcon. 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 1987 Ford Falcon. 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 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Falcon | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Falcon | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2746 mm |