1968 Lotus Seven vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Seven 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 517 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Seven. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1968 Lotus Seven. 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 1968 Lotus Seven. 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. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1968 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1968 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Seven | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Lotus | Bentley |
| Model | Seven | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3066 mm |
