2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental 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 253 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1059 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 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 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental | 320 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |