2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1995 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 897 kg more than 1995 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental GT | 1995 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | 520 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
