1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1958 BMW 503
To start off, 1996 Bentley Continental is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 950 kg more than 1958 BMW 503. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Continental | 1958 BMW 503 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental | 503 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |