1999 Bentley Continental vs. 1952 BMW 501
To start off, 1999 Bentley Continental is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 BMW 501 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1952 BMW 501. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1952 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1952 BMW 501. 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. 1999 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1952 BMW 501 has manual transmission. 1952 BMW 501 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 1952 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 501 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2840 mm |
