1953 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower 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 (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 563 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1571 kg more than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. 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 1953 Triumph Mayflower. 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 (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Triumph Mayflower | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Triumph | Bentley |
Model | Mayflower | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |