2007 Acura RL vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 865 kg more than 2007 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | RL | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |