2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 10 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 191 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 825 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Continental T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2002 Bentley Continental T has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 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 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental T | 328 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | 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 Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
