2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1996 BMW 535
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 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 (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 788 kg more than 1996 BMW 535. 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 (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1996 BMW 535 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental | 535 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3430 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2840 mm |