2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 380 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Bentley | Mini |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
