2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 635 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
Model | Continental GT | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |