1991 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (180 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 400 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Rover | Bentley |
| Model | 400 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3066 mm |
