2003 Lincoln LS vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 640 kg more than 2003 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2003 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 2003 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Lincoln | Bentley |
| Model | LS | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
