1972 Austin Maxi vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (95 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1972 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | Maxi | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
