2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1990 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair 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 441 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair. 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 1990 Ford Corsair. 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1990 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Continental GT | Corsair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |