2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2280 mm |
