2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2520 mm |
