2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Maybach 57. (544 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Maybach 57. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maybach 57. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Bentley | Maybach |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 57 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
