1999 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. 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 1999 BMW 330. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 330 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
