2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1955 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Bentley | Tatra |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
