2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 360 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (242 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 602 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
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 | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |