2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Bentley | Plymouth |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Neon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
