2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1959 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1959 Lincoln Continental. (349 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1959 Lincoln Continental.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1959 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
| Model | Brooklands | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3330 mm |
