1996 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 786 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape, 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Continental | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Escape |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
