1954 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Rover | Bentley |
| Model | P4 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
