2002 McLaren F1 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1349 kg more than 2002 McLaren F1.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 McLaren F1. (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 McLaren F1. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2002 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2002 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 McLaren F1 | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | McLaren | Bentley |
Model | F1 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3066 mm |