2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1164 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-350. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | F-350 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 90 L |
