2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 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 @ 6100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 960 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
