2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2004 Maybach 57
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 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maybach 57 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 58 more horse power than 2004 Maybach 57. (544 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2004 Maybach 57. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Maybach 57. 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 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 | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Bentley | Maybach |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | 57 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 602 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
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 | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |