2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Bentley | Lotus |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Europa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
