1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus 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 547 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. 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 1964 Ford Taunus. 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 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Taunus | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
