1992 BMW 545 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 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 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 270 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 835 kg more than 1992 BMW 545. 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 545. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 545. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 545 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1397 mm |
