2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 3 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. (448 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Bentley | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
