2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Continental T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Continental T would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2002 Bentley Continental T has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Continental T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental T | 525 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
