1965 Holden EH vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. 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 1965 Holden EH. 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Holden | Bentley |
Model | EH | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3066 mm |