2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 414 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
| Model | Azure | MKS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2868 mm |
