2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 492 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | F-150 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2746 mm |
