2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 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 378 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 924. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1321 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | 924 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84.4 mm |
Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |