1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (600 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari F40. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari F40. (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari F40. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F40 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Ferrari | Bentley |
| Model | F40 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |
