2004 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 845 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 325 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
