2006 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 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 311 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 820 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 325 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
