1991 Mercury Capri vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Capri 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 500 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1991 Mercury Capri. 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 1991 Mercury Capri. 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 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Capri | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Mercury | Bentley |
Model | Capri | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3066 mm |