2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2008 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 337 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. 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 2008 BMW 525. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 525 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 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
