1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 685 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | X3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2993 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
