2007 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa 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 (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1590 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 662 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Opel | Bentley |
| Model | Corsa | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 90 L |
