1997 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Ford Ranger 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Make Ford Bentley
Model Ranger Continental Flying Spur
Year Released 1997 2012
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2507 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 118 HP 600 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 198 Nm 750 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 2525 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 5291 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1976 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1387 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3066 mm