2004 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Continental | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental | 525 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2496 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |