1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 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 (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 557 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1930 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. 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 1960 Abarth 600. 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 (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 600 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:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 600 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
