2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E 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 382 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 800 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
