2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2000 Ford 24.7

To start off, both 2000 Bentley Continental and 2000 Ford 24.7 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 293 more horse power than 2000 Ford 24.7. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford 24.7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1242 kg more than 2000 Ford 24.7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 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 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford 24.7, 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford 24.7. (359 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford 24.7.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Bentley Continental 2000 Ford 24.7
Make Bentley Ford
Model Continental 24.7
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 421 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 359 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1208 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2580 mm


 

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