1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1983 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Escort, 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 764 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 1983 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Escort |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2400 mm |
