1995 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1122 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 53 L |
