2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | Z4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 25.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
