2003 Pontiac G6 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac G6. (286 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2003 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac G6. (369 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Pontiac G6 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Pontiac | Bentley |
Model | G6 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2746 mm |