2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 190 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 650 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Convertible |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
