1956 BMW 507 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 56 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 987 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.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 507. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 507 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
