2000 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 BMW 750. (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 705 kg more than 2000 BMW 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Bentley Continental GT. (700 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 750 | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 750 | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5646 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 387 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 700 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 91 L |