1984 Porsche 944 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1984 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 944 | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Porsche | Bentley |
| Model | 944 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
