1992 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1992 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1992 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 325 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
