1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1977 BMW 732
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 910 kg more than 1977 BMW 732. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 732. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1977 BMW 732 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Hunaudieres | 732 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
