1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1957 BMW 502
To start off, 1993 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 502 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1957 BMW 502. 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. 1993 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bentley Brooklands | 1957 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Brooklands | 502 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
