1997 Ford Scorpio 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 Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 939 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. 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 Scorpio. 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 (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Scorpio | Continental |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1403 mm |
