1999 Lexus GS vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1999 Lexus GS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 Bentley Continental.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lexus GS. 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 (800 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (420 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Lexus | Bentley |
| Model | GS | Continental |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2746 mm |
