1956 BMW 507 vs. 2010 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2010 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (1,048 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 828 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507. 2010 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1956 BMW 507 has manual transmission. 1956 BMW 507 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 2010 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 507 | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 1048 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3117 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 96 L |