2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 4 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 348 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 933 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. 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 2010 Lexus IS. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
