1992 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1992 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 919 kg more than 1992 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 530 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
