2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 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, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 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 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
