2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | 525 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
