2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 925 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
