2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1982 BMW 325
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1982 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1982 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1982 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 325 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2580 mm |
