2005 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 791 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 325 | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 800 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |