2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 354 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 970 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental GTC | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2930 mm |
