2006 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 491 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 530 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
