2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 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 Dodge Hemi Super 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 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) has 247 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. (353 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 807 kg more than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. 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 Dodge Hemi Super 8. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. (536 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Dodge | Bentley |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 536 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 | 1633 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3066 mm |
