2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercury |
| Model | Continental GT | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
