2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia 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 443 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia. 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 1997 Skoda Octavia. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1997 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1997 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Bentley | Skoda |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |
