2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 BMW 745
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 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 230 more horse power than 2004 BMW 745. (322 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 BMW 745. 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) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (447 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2004 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 745 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2025 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 88 L |
