2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2009 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2009 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 588 kg more than 2009 Bugatti Veyron.
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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2009 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Bentley | Bugatti |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | Veyron |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Type | W | W |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 987 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 1250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 308 km/hour | 408 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |