2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus 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 456 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
