2008 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 550 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 205 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 835 kg more than 2008 BMW 550. 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 2008 BMW 550. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 550 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:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 550 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
