1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 780 kg more than 1994 Ford Aerostar. 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 1994 Ford Aerostar. 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 (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Aerostar | Continental |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2746 mm |
