2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
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 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 310 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
