1992 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 965 kg more than 1992 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 525 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1387 mm |
