2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1974 Austin Marina
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1974 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Bentley | Austin |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Marina |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2440 mm |
