2003 Bentley Continental vs. 2010 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKX. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 540 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental | 2010 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
| Model | Continental | MKX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4737 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
