2007 Bentley Continental vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 781 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser. 2007 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
