2007 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 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 (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 920 kg more than 2007 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 325 | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |