2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 643 kg more than 1995 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1995 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | 730 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
