2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-250. (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3490 mm |
