2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. (510 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 795 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Bentley | Aston Martin |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
