2004 Porsche GT2 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche GT2 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 96 more horse power than 2004 Porsche GT2. (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche GT2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2004 Porsche GT2. 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 2004 Porsche GT2. 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 @ 1700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche GT2. (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche GT2. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche GT2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche GT2 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Porsche | Bentley |
| Model | GT2 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 456 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
