1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit 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) has 440 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lotus Esprit. 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 (750 Nm) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1979 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1979 Lotus Esprit 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:
1979 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Lotus | Bentley |
Model | Esprit | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 600 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 750 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3066 mm |