1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Turbo. (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Bentley Turbo. 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 1998 Bentley Turbo. 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Turbo | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 90 L |
