1998 Jaguar XKR 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 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR 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 (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 718 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XKR. 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 Jaguar XKR. 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 (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XKR | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Jaguar | Bentley |
Model | XKR | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |