2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Continental T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Continental T would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Continental T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Continental T | GX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 87 L |
