1996 Bentley Continental vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Continental | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental | Convertible |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |