1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental 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 165 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3490 mm |
