The Saloon version of the Continental model has a 3993 cc (243.6 ci) 32 valve V 8 Turbo Petrol engine.
This particular Bentley Continental Flying Spur V8 has a 8 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's AWD system.
The Continental's 3993 cc (243.6 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 500 bhp (372 kW) @ 6000 rpm.
The Bentley Continental produces torque measuring 487 lb-ft (660.2 Nm) @ 1750 rpm.
The Continental weighs around 2425 kg (5346 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 206.1 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 200.8 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Bentley Continental Flying Spur V8 - [2014] has a top speed of 183 mph (294.5 kph)
This Continental accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 4.90 seconds or 0-100kph in 5.1s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 13.87 seconds with a trap speed of 102.2 mph.
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