2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen 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 502 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1979 Dodge Aspen. 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 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1979 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2870 mm |
