2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Continental GT | Festiva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2300 mm |