2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 661 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental GTC | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
