2009 BMW 735 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 735 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP) has 284 more horse power than 2009 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 BMW 735. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 735 | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 735 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 552 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |