2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
