2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 3 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 135 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (416 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 760 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. 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 2010 Lexus IS. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
