1982 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC 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 423 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 925 kg more than 1982 Bitter SC. 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 1982 Bitter SC. 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 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Bitter | Bentley |
| Model | SC | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3066 mm |
