2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | GMC | Bentley |
| Model | Sierra | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
