1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 740 kg more than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Thunderbird | Continental |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |