2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 8 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 113 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (439 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 230 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4395 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2220 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |