2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, both 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2007 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 297 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 985 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. 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 2007 BMW 530. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 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 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 530 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
