2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 3 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 9 more horse power than 2011 Maybach 57. (543 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2011 Maybach 57. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maybach 57. 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 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 | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Bentley | Maybach |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | 57 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |