1962 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Morris | Bentley |
| Model | Minor | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
