2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1990 Ford Festiva

To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1670 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Festiva, 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 775 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Bentley Continental 1990 Ford Festiva
Make Bentley Ford
Model Continental Festiva
Year Released 2005 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1295 cc
Horse Power 552 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 75.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 780 kg
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2300 mm


 

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