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Can anyone tell me what the difference is between the Continental Flying Spur and the Continental Flying Spur Speed? Is the Speed a more sportier version? Better engine?
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Bentley Continental Flying Spur
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Can anyone tell me what the difference is between the Continental Flying Spur and the Continental Flying Spur Speed? Is the Speed a more sportier version? Better engine?Originally Posted by sydneycentric
Yes. More sport and speed.
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That is exactly right sydneycentric, the FS Speed offers 600bhp with a top speed of around 322kmh (200mph) whereas the standard version offers 552bhp and a top speed of approx 315kmh (195mph)
The Continental Flying Spur is a terrific car ...it is just a pity that it isn't particularly good looking.
The Continental Flying Spur is a terrific car ...it is just a pity that it isn't particularly good looking.
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I love how it looks! Its gorgeous! What are they like to drive?
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I have not driven the Speed version ....but performance is truly amazing for such a big car. I would not describe it as particularly sporty, but it is very easy to drive fast.
As far as looks go, I guess it just doesn't really look or feel like a Bentley to me ....not like the Arnage does. However, the Flying Spur is actually a better overall vehicle than the Arnage ...albeit a lot less expensive.
The Mercedes S65 is its main competitor ....I have not had the opportunity to drive one of those.
As far as looks go, I guess it just doesn't really look or feel like a Bentley to me ....not like the Arnage does. However, the Flying Spur is actually a better overall vehicle than the Arnage ...albeit a lot less expensive.
The Mercedes S65 is its main competitor ....I have not had the opportunity to drive one of those.
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15% more torque and 9% more power (48 more horsepower - 600 HP vs 552HP in the standard)
some lighter components that the Standard model like pistons and rods
It also gets 3.5% better fuel economy that the non-speed version
It is faster 4.5 seconds 0-60mph for the speed vs. 4.9 in the standard
It is stiffer even with the suspension at the softest setting
Price is different too:
Standard base is $174,100
Speed $198,500 full loaded will be around $250,000
some lighter components that the Standard model like pistons and rods
It also gets 3.5% better fuel economy that the non-speed version
It is faster 4.5 seconds 0-60mph for the speed vs. 4.9 in the standard
It is stiffer even with the suspension at the softest setting
Price is different too:
Standard base is $174,100
Speed $198,500 full loaded will be around $250,000
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That is exactly right sydneycentric, the FS Speed offers 600bhp with a top speed of around 322kmh (200mph) whereas the standard version offers 552bhp and a top speed of approx 315kmh (195mph)Originally Posted by hypersonic
The Continental Flying Spur is a terrific car ...it is just a pity that it isn't particularly good looking.
Both nice cars but 200 MPH versus 195 MPH is not much of a difference.
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This is what a 'real' Bentley looks like
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I once talked to a professional driver who was standing next to a Flying Spur, and when I asked how he liked it, he replied that it was too heavy and didn't handle very well. He said he much preferred driving a Lexus.
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Can anyone tell me what the difference is between the Continental Flying Spur and the Continental Flying Spur Speed? Is the Speed a more sportier version? Better engine?Originally Posted by sydneycentric
The Speed has a slightly different Engine Management System that produces more horsepower and torque, thats it.
You can get a RennTech package that will make your ordinary Flying Spur surpass the Speed's performance for less.
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The speed also has a slightly more upright radiator grille.
Flying Spur Speed taken at this years Goodwood Festival of Speed
Dresden shot for Phaeton fanatics
Flying Spur Speed taken at this years Goodwood Festival of Speed
Dresden shot for Phaeton fanatics
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Flying Spur Speed taken at this years Goodwood Festival of SpeedOriginally Posted by culverwood
Did you follow through on your historic racing research re: http://www.styleforum.net/showthread.php?t=66095?
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The best bet for a starter like me seems to be the XJS or Caterham series. I know they are not historic but for a novice like me the start up cost is relatively low and I have no idea if I will catch the bug. I built a Caterham once so knowing their complete lack of passive safety features the XJS seems like a more likely avenue.
The problem with some cars is finding a similar set of cars to race in a compeitive field.
The problem with some cars is finding a similar set of cars to race in a compeitive field.
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