2004 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 2004 BMW 318. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 318 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:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 318 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
