1996 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Clio 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) has 302 more horse power than 1996 Renault Clio. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 875 kg more than 1996 Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio. 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) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Clio. (407 Nm). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Clio. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Clio 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:
| 1996 Renault Clio | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Renault | Bentley |
| Model | Clio | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 552 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3066 mm |
