2001 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 740 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 283 more horse power than 2001 BMW 740. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 658 kg more than 2001 BMW 740. 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 2001 BMW 740. 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) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 740. (410 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 740 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3066 mm |
