2009 BMW M6 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 M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 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 120 more horse power than 2009 BMW M6. (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 BMW M6. 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 M6. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | M6 | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2194 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1388 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |