1995 Bentley Continental vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 990 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 63 L |
