2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1999 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus SC would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1999 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 975 kg more than 1999 Lexus SC. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus SC. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 1999 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 1999 Lexus SC | |
Make | Bentley | Lexus |
Model | Continental | SC |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |