2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 371 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. 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 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Bentley | Mini |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
