2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP) has 503 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
