1987 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 318 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 507 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 318. 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 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 318 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2746 mm |
