2005 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Porsche | Bentley |
Model | Boxster | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |