2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza

To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 325 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza
Make Bentley Subaru
Model Continental Flying Spur Impreza
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 2457 cc
Engine Type W boxer
Horse Power 552 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 308 km/hour 230 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.2 seconds 5.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2475 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 5310 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.7 L/100km 10.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 60 L


 

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