2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 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 368 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 880 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
