2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 339 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (212 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 955 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
