1970 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri 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 (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1422 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. 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 1970 Ford Capri. 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 (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Capri | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
