1998 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1998 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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 GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Taurus. (264 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Taurus | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Taurus | Continental GT |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |