1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln Navigator. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 273 kg more than 1998 Bentley Continental.
Because 2013 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
Model | Continental | Navigator |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1988 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |