2007 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 320 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
