1999 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 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 318 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 341 kg more than 1999 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | X5 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |
