2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 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 381 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. 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 1983 BMW 325. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 325 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
