2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1997 Lexus LX
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LX 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 319 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Lexus LX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1997 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | LX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
