1997 Ford Contour vs. 2013 Bentley Mulsane
To start off, 2013 Bentley Mulsane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Mulsane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Mulsane should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Mulsane weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Mulsane 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 2013 Bentley Mulsane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, 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, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (1,020 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 800 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Mulsane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2013 Bentley Mulsane | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Contour | Mulsane |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 6752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 1020 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2208 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3266 mm |