2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 345 kg more than 1997 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3050 mm |
