1999 Bentley Continental vs. 1959 BMW 507
To start off, 1999 Bentley Continental is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 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 274 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1959 BMW 507. 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507. 1999 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 507 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 507 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 | 1959 BMW 507 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental | 507 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 220 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 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |