1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet APV 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 935 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet APV. 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 1993 Chevrolet APV. 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet APV | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | APV | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3066 mm |