2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, both 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2005 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 551 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |