1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1996 BMW M3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 818 kg more than 1996 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1996 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Hunaudieres | M3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
