1996 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 13 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 206 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 955 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 1996 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Continental | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental | 325 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |