2005 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 7 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), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 865 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 325 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 91 L |
