2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 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 535 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1437 kg more than 1966 Riley 4. 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 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Riley |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
