2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 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 242 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (310 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 850 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. 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 2008 BMW 330. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 330 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
