2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2009 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 328 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 28.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
