2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 3 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 170 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 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 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental | 328 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |