2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2007 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 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
