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 (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 970 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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 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 (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 1750 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
