1987 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 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 294 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 995 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928. 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 1987 Porsche 928. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 928 | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Porsche | Bentley |
| Model | 928 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 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 | 1530 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
