2006 BMW 745 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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2006 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 BMW 745. 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 2006 BMW 745. 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, both vehicles can yield 700 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 745 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
