1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bristol Blenheim 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 372 more horse power than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 780 kg more than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. 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 1996 Bristol Blenheim. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Bristol | Bentley |
| Model | Blenheim | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3066 mm |
