1992 BMW 540 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 520 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 540 | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |