1959 Bentley S2 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 53 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 6,223 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 128 kg more than 2012 BMW 520.
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 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | S2 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6223 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
