2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 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 298 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 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.
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2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 308 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |