1989 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT 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 GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 2012 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Escort | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 91 L |
