2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1599 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental GT | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2300 mm |
