Lincoln Continental vs. Bentley Flying Spur
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lincoln Continental and Bentley Flying Spur contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Lincoln Continental and the Bentley Flying Spur.
In comparing the Lincoln Continental's and the Bentley Flying Spur's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Continental has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Bentley Flying Spur has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lincoln Continental's and the Bentley Flying Spur's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Continental is a better car than the Bentley Flying Spur.
Pricing: A used 2020 Lincoln Continental ranges from $25,897 to $45,987 while a used 2020 Bentley Flying Spur is priced between $157,692 to $208,114.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lincoln Continental loses 54.3 percent of its value and the Bentley Flying Spur loses 47.1 percent of its value. This means the Bentley Flying Spur retains 7.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lincoln Continental.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lincoln Continental’s base engine makes 305 horsepower, and the Bentley Flying Spur base engine makes 626 horsepower. The Continental is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. The Flying Spur is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. This gives the Lincoln Continental the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Bentley Flying Spur. The Continental uses regular unleaded, and the Flying Spur uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are large cars, the Lincoln Continental has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Bentley Flying Spur has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Lincoln Continental has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$46,305
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$87,679
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$46,305 - $138,600
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$214,600
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Exotic Large Cars)
$340,757
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Exotic Large Cars)
$214,600 - $455,000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$36,090
Price Range:
$25,897 - $45,987
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$59,916
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$31,809 - $111,938
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
79
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
51,558
# Good or Great Deals:
26
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$183,341
Price Range:
$157,692 - $208,114
Category Avg Price:
(Exotic Large Cars)
$284,050
Category Avg Price Range:
(Exotic Large Cars)
$183,341 - $373,755
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
7
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
13,711
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Lincoln Continental Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Bentley Flying Spur Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lincoln Continental
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large Cars)
7.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
3.7 - 10.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
3.6%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Bentley Flying Spur
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
0.6 - 36
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Exotic Large Cars)
0.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Exotic Large Cars)
0.6 - 1.6
Lincoln Continental Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 24Bentley Flying Spur Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lincoln Continental Trim Levels
Black Label, Livery, Reserve, Standard
Bentley Flying Spur Trim Levels
W12
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
626 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
664 foot-lbs @ 1350 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.117 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
W
Number of Cylinders:
12
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 19 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
286 / 452 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
106.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
14.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4224 lbs
Width:
82.3 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
201.4 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5373 lbs
Width:
87.4 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
209.3 inches
Wheelbase:
125.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/40R21
Exterior Colors
Black
Infinite Black
Blue
Blue Diamond
Gray
Iced Mocha / Magnetic Gray
Red
Burgundy Velvet / Red Carpet
Silver
Silver Radiance
White
Ceramic Pearl / Pristine White
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Green
Not available
Purple
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Beluga Solid / Black Crystal Metallic / Onyx Metallic
Blue
Dark Sapphire Metallic / Marlin Metallic / Meteor Metallic / Moroccan Blue Metallic / Peacock Metallic / Portofino Metallic / Sequin Blue Metallic / Thunder Metallic
Gray
Anthracite Metallic / Granite Metallic / Hallmark Metallic / Magnetic Metallic / Tungsten Metallic
Red
Cricket Ball Metallic / St. James' Red Solid
Silver
Extreme Silver Metallic / Ice Metallic / Moonbeam Metallic / Silver Tempest Metallic
White
Glacier White Solid
Beige
Camel Metallic / White Sand Metallic
Brown
Dark Cashmere Metallic / Havana Metallic
Green
Alpine Green Metallic / Midnight Emerald Metallic / Verdant Metallic
Purple
Damson Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Brown
Cappuccino
Beige
Not available
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Purple
Not available
Red
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Beluga / Burnt Oak
Brown
Newmarket Tan / Saddle
Beige
Camel
Blue
Imperial Blue
Gray
Brunel / Porpoise / Portland
Green
Cumbrian Green
Purple
Damson
Red
Cricket Ball / Hotspur
White
Linen / Magnolia
