1996 Volvo 460 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1996 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volvo 460 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Volvo | Bentley |
| Model | 460 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
