2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus, 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 698 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Continental | Taurus |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 2513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |