1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1654 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Toyota | Bentley |
| Model | Corolla | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
