1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1950 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Zephyr | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
