1998 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 382 kg more than 1998 BMW 740. 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 1998 BMW 740. 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 (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 740 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
