2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1177 kg more than 2006 Bentley Continental GTC.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
| Model | Continental GTC | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2870 mm |
