1997 Ford F-250 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 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 15 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-250. (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental 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 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | F-250 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| 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 | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2745 mm |
