2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1282 kg more than 2007 Bentley Continental GTC.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
| Model | Continental GTC | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 2475 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
