2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring 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 517 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. 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 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1974 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Touring |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1572 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
