2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 9 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Bentley Continental GT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-250. (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Continental GT | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3490 mm |