2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1988 Buick Estate
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1988 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 590 kg more than 1988 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1988 Buick Estate | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | Estate |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 551 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2950 mm |