2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 294 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (257 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 640 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
