1959 Bentley S2 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bentley S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bentley S2 would be higher. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Bentley S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bentley S2 weights approximately 666 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bentley S2 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | S2 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6230 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
