2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 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 2009 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Type | W | boxer |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 308 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.3 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 | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |