S65 vs. Bentley Flying Spur?

[Matt]

Ok I thought this would be kind of interesting comparison because in terms of price and engine size the most comparable car the the S65 is actually the Bentley flying Spur. Their prices are similar and their performance is very similar. So, what would you rather have, an S65 AMG or a Bentley Flying Spur. Both very sexy cars, indeed.

Bentley Flying Spur:
Engine
Type: W12, Twin-turbo
Displacement cu in (cc): 366 (5998)
Power bhp (kW) at RPM: 560(411) / 6100
Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM: 479(650) / 1600
Redline at RPM: n.a.
Brakes & Tires
Brakes F/R: ABS, vented disc/vented disc
Tires F-R: 275/40 R19
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Length × Width × Height in: 208.9 × 83.4 × 58.2
Weight lb (kg): 5456 (2475)
Performance
Acceleration 0-62 mph s: 4.9
Top Speed mph (km/h): 195 (312)
Fuel Economy EPA city/highway mpg (l/100 km): n.a.
Price: $170,000





S65 AMG:
Engine
Type: V12, Biturbo
Displacement cu in (cc): 365 (5980)
Power bhp (kW) at RPM: 604(450) / 4800
Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM: 738(1000) / 2000-4000
Redline at RPM: 5950
Brakes & Tires
Brakes F/R: ABS, vented disc/vented disc
Tires F-R: 255/40 ZR19 - 275/40 ZR19
Driveline: Rear Wheel Drive
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Length × Width × Height in: n.a.
Weight lb (kg): n.a.
Performance
Acceleration 0-60 mph s: 4.2
Top Speed mph (km/h): 155 (250) - electronically limited
Fuel Economy EPA city/highway mpg (l/100 km): 13/20 (n.a.)
Price: $169,000




S65



not an S65 (but theres just not enough photos of S65 interior)









FLYING SPUR

[The Artist]

lol one of those pics with the mocca steering is the CLK DTM

PS
The FS is a frog.. and the S65 is the hottest sedan on earth.. this could not be easier for me..

[Matt]

I dont think so^. I think the Spur is elegant and more discreet than the flashy S 65.



notice: these cars are direct competitors,
both have the same price, both have 12 cylinder engines, both are twin turbo charged.

[GTA8.5]

S65! it`s supposed to have flash, it`s an AMG unlike the normal S-Class.
Plus the S-Class has gotton quit a few awards, it`s a winner!

[warot]

Originally Posted by GTA7.5

S65! it`s supposed to have flash, it`s an AMG unlike the normal S-Class.
Plus the S-Class has gotton quit a few awards, it`s a winner!

Yet it's still not a Bentley... I'm pretty torn between this one and I'm very surprised that the Benz commands such a big price tag. remember, we are talking about a Bentley here.

Unfortunetely I haven't seen either of these cars in person so I just have no idea.

[Matt]

look at the wood in the Bentley...Its just beutiful. I personally like the interior of the Spur better. Its so "lush" and cushy yet the wood is classy and very beautiful (it looks like oak or something).

[GTA8.5]

I`m not impressed with the Bently FS. Give me the S65, now if I were older
the Bently might work....., naaaaa! S65

[Deutsch]

S65, Flying Spur is OK. Saw one yesterday and I thought it was just OK, they didn't do enough to differentiate the sedan from the coupe. Boring design, IMO.

[GTA8.5]

Originally Posted by Deutsch

they didn't do enough to differentiate the sedan from the coupe. Boring design, IMO.

I agree, it`s pretty dull looking.. The Bentley GT coupe is a little better than the sedan, not by much though.

[Matt]

This poll will turn around. Lets just weight for the Audi boys. You know its hot!