2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 2007 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1957 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1710 mm |
