2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Continental T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Continental T would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Continental T. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Continental T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Continental T. 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Continental T | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Continental T | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |