1998 BMW 728 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 728 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 431 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 436 kg more than 1998 BMW 728. 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 1998 BMW 728. 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 728. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 728 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
