1996 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 520 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 402 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 944 kg more than 1996 BMW 520. 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 1996 BMW 520. 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 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 520 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
