1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 740 kg more than 1993 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Fairlane | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2746 mm |
