2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 7 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 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3.
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 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2002 Bentley Continental T has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 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 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental T | M3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |