2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, both 2005 Bentley Continental and 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Bentley Continental. (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Bentley Continental. 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 2005 Bentley Continental. 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 (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental 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 | 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
