2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 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 281 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 2005 Porsche 911
Make Bentley Porsche
Model Continental Flying Spur 911
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5998 cc 3596 cc
Engine Type W boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 602 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.3:1
Top Speed 322 km/hour 285 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 5.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2585 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.6 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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