2011 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW Z4 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 232 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 710 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4. 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 2011 BMW Z4. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW Z4 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | Z4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4242 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2497 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
