2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1984 Holden Astra
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Astra would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP) has 530 more horse power than 1984 Holden Astra. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1670 kg more than 1984 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Astra. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1984 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Astra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1387 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2420 mm |
