1962 BMW 700 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1835 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 700 | Continental |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |