2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 549 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. 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 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
