1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 (650 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Taunus 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:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Taunus | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2746 mm |
