1996 Ford Contour vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Contour 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 (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1996 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1996 Ford Contour. 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 1996 Ford Contour. 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 (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Contour | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Contour | Continental |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3065 mm |