2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 2005 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental GT | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
