1992 BMW 740 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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 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 339 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 605 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. 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 740. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 740 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 740 | Continental |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2194 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1388 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |