2004 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 8 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, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Bentley Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X6. (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Continental | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental | X6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 480 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |