1994 Ford Probe vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe 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 485 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1289 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe. 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 1994 Ford Probe. 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 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Probe 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:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Probe | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1466 mm |
