2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1971 AC 428
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1971 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1971 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1971 AC 428. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 AC 428. (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1971 AC 428 | |
| Make | Bentley | AC |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 428 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
