1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 550 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Meteor | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Meteor | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2746 mm |