1991 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1991 Ford Taurus. 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 1991 Ford Taurus. 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 (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Taurus | Continental |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3065 mm |
