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 (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Lexus GS.
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 (700 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (298 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 | 2999 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 567 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2746 mm |
