1995 Acura Legend vs. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 880 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1995 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | Legend | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
