2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser 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 293 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. 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, 1998 Ford Laser, 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 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Continental | Laser |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |