1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 133 kg more than 1998 Bentley Continental.
Because 1998 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Edge. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Continental | Edge |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |