2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1996 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Statesman 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 355 more horse power than 1996 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 980 kg more than 1996 Holden Statesman. 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 1996 Holden Statesman. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1996 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
