2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2009 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 950 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2009 BMW 120 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |