1959 BMW 700 vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1925 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm) has 966 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 700 | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 6800 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3266 mm |