1981 BMW 628 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental

To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 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 435 more horse power than 1981 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 880 kg more than 1981 BMW 628. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 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 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 628. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1981 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1981 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 BMW 628 2013 Bentley Continental
Make BMW Bentley
Model 628 Continental
Year Released 1981 2013
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2788 cc 5998 cc
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 181 HP 616 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 800 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 2350 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4804 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2227 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1394 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2746 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L


 

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