1992 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 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 (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 907 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. 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 1992 BMW 520. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 520 | Continental |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2194 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1388 mm |