1991 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1991 Ford Granada. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1991 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Granada. (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Granada | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Granada | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1387 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3066 mm |