2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1984 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 462 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1984 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (339 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1984 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
