2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1977 BMW 728
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1977 BMW 728. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 1854 kg more than 1977 BMW 728. 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 728. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 728. 2002 Bentley State Limousine has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 728 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 728 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley State Limousine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1977 BMW 728 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | State Limousine | 728 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
