2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 330 | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3266 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 96 L |