2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 4 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 167 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XF. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 630 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XF. 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 2012 Jaguar XF. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jaguar XF. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | XF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
