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 (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 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 815 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 (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 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 | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| 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 | 148 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
