2011 Bentley Continental Supersports vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 207 more horse power than 2012 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 356 kg more than 2012 BMW M3. 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 2012 BMW M3. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW M3. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental Supersports | M3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 621 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2241 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1379 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
