2011 Bentley Continental Supersports vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 421 kg more than 1996 BMW 735. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental Supersports | 735 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 621 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2241 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1379 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
