1993 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M5 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1993 BMW M5. (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 715 kg more than 1993 BMW M5. 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 1993 BMW M5. 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 (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M5.
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1993 BMW M5 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | M5 | Continental |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |