1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 630 kg more than 2010 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3. 1998 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | X3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
