2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 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 138 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. 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 2005 Porsche 911. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 2005 Porsche 911
Make Bentley Porsche
Model Continental Flying Spur 911
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5998 cc 3596 cc
Engine Type W boxer
Horse Power 552 HP 414 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 651 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2700 RPM
Top Speed 312 km/hour 293 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.1 seconds 4.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2500 kg 1380 kg
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.7 L/100km 13.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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