2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1972 BMW 3
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1972 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1972 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1972 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2986 cc |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
