1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1997 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 1997 Bentley Continental and 1997 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 830 kg more than 1997 Ford Thunderbird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 1997 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2880 mm |
