1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2001 BMW L7
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 BMW L7. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW L7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 900 kg more than 2001 BMW L7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW L7. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW L7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 2001 BMW L7 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | L7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1550 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
