1976 BMW 628 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 628 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
