2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 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 298 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 925 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | 530 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |