2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2001 BMW Z3
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 Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 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 435 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1199 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. 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 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
