2001 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 421 kg more than 2001 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 730 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
