1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-250. (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | F-250 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3066 mm |
