2009 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. 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 (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 320 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
