2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Impreza 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 462 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1329 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza. 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 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Bentley | Subaru |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Type | W | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 551 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |