1981 BMW 725 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 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 725 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 468 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 725. 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 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 725 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 725 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2746 mm |
