1989 BMW 850 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1989 BMW 850. 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 1989 BMW 850. 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 (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 850 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
