1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 915 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2003 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Turbo | 325 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 63 L |
