2005 Infiniti M vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Infiniti | Bentley |
| Model | M | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |
