2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois 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 566 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1870 kg more than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 682 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Bentley | Sunbeam |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2090 mm |
