1998 Ford Puma vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Puma would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Puma | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Puma | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |