1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 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 111 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1484 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
