2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 10 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 839 kg more than 2011 BMW 123. 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental | 123 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |