2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (551 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 87 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
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 GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental GT | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
