2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2001 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 750 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 280 more horse power than 2001 BMW 750. (322 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 885 kg more than 2001 BMW 750. 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) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 750. (490 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2001 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2940 mm |
