2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 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 231 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 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 2011 Porsche Cayman. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
