2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini LM 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini LM. (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini LM. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1989 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1989 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Bentley | Lamborghini |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | LM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 169 L |
