2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1992 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1992 BMW 320. 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 (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 320 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 | 1992 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 320 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
