2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1959 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Lincoln Continental. (349 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 227 kg more than 1959 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1959 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
| Model | Continental | Continental |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3330 mm |
