1977 BMW 628 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 628 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1977 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 628.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 628 | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 628 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
