1997 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Escort | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Escort | Continental |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1403 mm |