2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 970 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Porsche | Bentley |
Model | 911 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |