2003 Infiniti I vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti I 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 376 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2003 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti I. 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 (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2003 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2003 Infiniti I 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:
2003 Infiniti I | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Infiniti | Bentley |
Model | I | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3066 mm |