2009 BMW 745 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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 BMW 745. 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 745. 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 (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 745 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
