1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 939 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Brooklands 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 1999 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Brooklands | Contour |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6625 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |