2005 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 825 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 530 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |