2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 5 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 236 more horse power than 2012 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 505 kg more than 2012 BMW 740. 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 2012 BMW 740. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | 740 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 551 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |