1999 BMW Breyton 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 Breyton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Breyton would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1999 BMW Breyton. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Breyton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 BMW Breyton. 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 Breyton. 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, 1999 BMW Breyton (746 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Bentley Continental. (660 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Breyton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Bentley Continental. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Breyton has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Breyton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW Breyton 2013 Bentley Continental
Make BMW Bentley
Model Breyton Continental
Year Released 1999 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3300 cc 3993 cc
Horse Power 326 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 746 Nm 660 Nm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 2295 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4806 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2227 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1404 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2746 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 90 L


 

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