2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 8 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 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 545 kg more than 2013 BMW M6.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M6. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | M6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2851 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
