2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2002 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (602 HP) has 202 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Arnage.
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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2002 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.6 L/100km | 20.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
