1991 Renault Express 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 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express 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 555 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1705 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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 Renault Express. 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 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Renault | Bentley |
| Model | Express | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3066 mm |
