2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2007 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | 530 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
