1989 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 820 kg more than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lincoln Mark VII | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Lincoln | Bentley |
Model | Mark VII | Continental |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2746 mm |