1955 Bentley S1 vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1962 Lincoln Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bentley S1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bentley S1 would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 448 kg more than 1955 Bentley S1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bentley S1 | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
Model | S1 | Continental |
Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4887 cc | 7043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 300 HP |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |