1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 483 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 100 L |
