V8 Rumble or W12 Power: Which Bentley Flying Spur is Best? (In-Depth Review)
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In the land of exclusivity, Bentley rules its own kingdom. Forever warring with Rolls-Royce and Mercedes-Maybach, Bentley's specialized tactics include chiseled designs, unblemished leather, and remarkable dynamics. With the Mulsanne now past its prime fighting years, the Flying Spur leads the charge with a selection of weapons: a V8, W12, and V6 Hybrid.
In this in-depth review, we sample both the rumbling V8 and the velvety W12 to see which powertrain suits the Flying Spur best in its battle with the Rolls-Royce Ghost and Mercedes-Maybach S-Class.
2021 BENTLEY FLYING SPUR W12 SPECIFICATIONS:
Price (as tested) 💲: $299,720
Powertrain ⚙️: 6.0-liter Twin-Turbocharged W12
Output 💪: 626 hp/664 lb-ft of torque
Transmission 🕹: 8-Speed Automatic
0-60 MPH 🚦: 3.6 seconds
Top Speed 💥: 207 mph
MPG (as tested) ⛽️: 13 city/21 hwy/16 combined
Curb weight ⚖️: 5,474 lbs
Options Equipped:
- Ice Metallic Paint ($6,215)
- Mulliner Driving Specification ($14,195): 22-inch Black Painted alloy wheel, Lofted diamond design quilting on seats, 3D leather door panels, leather headliner, sport pedals, special finish for fuel filler cap, embroidered Bentley emblems, Metal oil cap
- Cricket Ball Contrast Stitching ($2,300)
- LED Welcome Lamps ($1,100)
- Touring Specification ($8,555): head-up display, night vision, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist,
- Panoramic Glass Tilt and Slide Sunroof with Twin Blinds and Vanity Mirrors ($3,370)
- Naim for Bentley Sound System ($8,880)
- Bentley Rotating Display ($6,425)
- Diamond Knurling ($2,960)
- Illuminated Flying B Radiator Mascot - Black Gloss ($4,910)
- Flying Spur Blackline Specification ($4,785): Black window surrounds, front headlight bezels, bumpers, vents, rear taillights bezels, exhaust outlets, door handles
- Wireless Phone Charging ($385)
- Styling Specification ($12,120): Carbon fiber rear lip spoiler, front splitter, rear diffuser, branded side sills
- Red Painted Brake Calipers ($1,690)
2021 BENTLEY FLYING SPUR V8 FIRST EDITION SPECIFICATIONS:
Price (as tested) 💲: $280,805
Powertrain ⚙️: 4.0-liter Twin-Turbocharged V8
Output 💪: 542 hp/568 lb-ft of torque
Transmission 🕹: 542 hp/568 lb-ft of torque
0-60 MPH 🚦: 4.0 seconds
Top Speed 💥: 198 mph
MPG (as tested) ⛽️: 15 city/20 hwy/17 combined
Curb weight ⚖️: 5,474 lbs
Options Equipped:
- White Sand Metallic Paint ($7,580)
- Bright Chromed Lower Bumper Matrix Style Grille ($1,305)
- Bentley Dynamic Ride with Electronic All Wheel Steer ($7,730):
- Wireless Phone Charging ($385)
- First Edition Specification ($55,200): 22-inch Mulliner design wheels, head-up display, night vision, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, Panoramic Glass Tilt and Slide Sunroof with Twin Blinds and Vanity Mirrors, Mood Lighting, Bentley Rotating Display, Duo-Tone interior trim (Ash over Grand Black Veneer), Lofted diamond design quilting on seats, 3D leather door panels, leather headliner, sport pedals, special finish for fuel filler cap, embroidered Bentley emblems, Metal oil cap
- Naim for Bentley Sound System ($8,880)
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Bentley Flying Spur W12 Exterior Review: 01:09
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Bentley Flying Spur VW12 Exhaust: 19:05
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This is in my opinion the best interior in the automotive industry right now. Simply amazing quality and exquisite details
No bro... rolls royce is the best interior..
For me there should only be the W12 version, so people don't make the wrong choice.
People mainly like the w12 cuz it’s a w12 in this generation. The v8 is all you really need
I can’t imagine passing up a W12 for a V8. The W12 is already the sportier ultra luxury alternative to the Ghost. Why compromise the prestige and the ultra luxury smoothness of a W12 for a noisy V8 in an ultra luxury four door sedan? I imagine if you can afford this car, you can get a V8 sports car.
Everyone's opinion is different my friend.
Gas mileage may be an issue, not that they can't afford the gas but because they simply want to burn less.
Some simply like the fact that, even though you lose four cylinders and 2 liters of displacement, you only drop about 4 tenths of a second from zero to sixty. I know I prefer smaller, more efficient engines myself.
I do fully understand and respect your idea though, just throwing in my two cents.
@@LerRhann those customers should get the Hybrid V6 then, and the V8 should be discontinued.
The Ghost has a v12 not a w12
I think he said it was a $55,000 difference.
V8 rules the world my guy
Who don't want 4 more cylinders? It's the W12 for me.
People who don’t think like millionaires want the V8 because they don’t think about also buying a V8 Ferrari.
@@ohroonoko Probably because I don't want a V8 Ferrari, I want a V8 Bentley.
This is my first time to your channel! Great review! Super informative and down to earth on the driving experience. LOVED IT!
Great video thank you
You’ve got a great style in presenting this car! It’s such an amazing piece of machine & art to appreciate and just be completely awed by its magnificence…
I’ve always thought W12 is the only way to go at this caliber but you changed my mind as I do appreciate a lot of the driving dynamics coming from the lighter and more balanced setup. Great review!!
Love your work brother 👍🏼
Yes white on black is fire. Its sporty en bold. blue or green with creme interior is playing it safe and that says a lot about your character.
Bentley is not just a car but a DREAM KING BENTLEY
This was a super awesome review!!! 😼 😎
Excellent review. It would be nice to have head-to-head launch control V8 vs W12. I would like to see how much of a difference is 0,4 sec in real life performance. Would W12 be one meter ahead or a total car length ahead with that 0,4 sec better start. Thanks!
Great Video!
Excellent review. I was looking for a comparison to the Ghost and you confirmed what I was thinking. Thanks.
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
best color i have seen
Great car review👍
Thanks! 👍
Fantastic review! Just what I was looking for!
Would be great if you could do a comparison between the new S63 AMG they just came out with and the V8 (or the W12 and get a 911 in the future as a second car) Flying Spur, I have narrowed down my choices to those two and having a very hard time deciding.
On one hand the Bentley is a noticeable step up or three in terms of quality materials and design, and it's always nice to walk towards your car and see something special you don't see too often.
On the other hand, the Benz is a Benz, unbeatable reliability and tech plus the value retention is unmatched when you do want to trade in 4-5 years from now.
This might be our last chance to sample this type of elite engineering, as a petrol head who also wants luxury and a comfortable ride for the family it's very difficult making a choice between these two gorgeous machines, especially considering the entry price. Would love to hear your thoughts as I have to make my decision within a month.
Doesn't the W12 have the active anti roll bars as standard?
At the end of the day , it depends what you grew up driving , a fwd vw golf or a rwd ac cobra replica with a v8 . Learning with the nose heavy cobra , you learn how to drive a rwd , with the golf , its how to hang on as the chassis flexes and the wheels go in different directions , if you grew up driving rwd , you will instantly go for the W12 .
white and black is the only way it goes for me once i order one :D
astonishing!
How do you get to drive all these nice cars? :)
I really enjoyed your comparative reviews of these two luxury saloon cars. Very informative.
I enjoyed your delivery also, far more mature than another American I could mention, who seems to act like a 12-year-old kid waving his arms around and shouting all the time.
Nice job 👍
Glad you enjoyed it!
I love both of them
I would already be happy with a V8
And that's wishful thinking 🤔
Go and grind for it because riches don't come by wishing and procrastinating!
@@omarwilliams1145 some people are just nasty !!!!!!
The V8 sounds more exhilarating and gives up little in performance to the W12. It's probably the smarter option unless you're looking to impress with excess.
Well gee, that's exactly what I was looking for! Thanks!
please tell me where is this place you drive around
The V8 versions actually weigh less so not only do they sound better but its basically just as fsst as the W12
Is v8 and w12 have same interior and features?
Great review!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Cool car! Thanks for sharing!
V8 in blue YESSSS
bentley looks the best black on black with lots of chrome accents ,, look up the 2019 mulsanne w.o. edition that is peak bentley
W12 anyday
Great review💯💯
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w12 is what i would prefer
Great video milesperhr
love it
White exterior paint with blackline and cricket ball red interior
Best specs for me
I was about to comment about V8 😂🔥 u covers that
My dream car ❤
Ofcourse w12 is the daddy
Looks absolutely gorgeous
I like the white diamond paint but not the black!
I like the metallic white….but Bentley does indeed have some other full colors that are unbelievable… 🤓
A great review, thank you. Was looking forward to this type of comparative review between these two Bentley engines. :)
Awesome! I’m glad you enjoyed it
That turning radius is mind boggling!🙆♂️
Thanks for a great review, really interesting to hear your driving impressions of both engines back to back. That ash veneer is just gorgeous, Bentley interiors are something else. In an ideal world, I'd have the V8 Flying Spur and for my 12 cylinder vehicle an Aston DBS, then you don't need to choose between 8 and 12 cylinders, just have both! 🙂
Glad you enjoyed the video!
305 tire on 21inch 315 on 22inch?
what a car
He loves this car🤣🤣🤣
definitely the v8 for better weight distribution and a slight cost cut. Would rather spend that V12 premium price for the optional Chassis derived from the panamera.
Exterior color, Bentley has a killer color called: DRAGON RED!
Yes !!!!!
Yes my dragon red convertible is amazing!
Sold!!!V8 it is. I'll take the S please
If you’re getting a Bentley, why WOULDN’T you get the top trim?
Both V8 and W12 sound wildly satisfying!! Idk what engine I would choose🤔🤔
they should put it with a naturally aspirated v10 engine
@@oscar7476 Nah, V10 fits more well on supercars like the LFA and Lambos.
I can’t be the only one who prefers the V8?
I have the V8 continental gt … it’s the better version it’s lighter handles better sounds better and with a ecu tune has just a much power and torque as the w12
@@Fasteddie1085 It’s all relative. How much more power and torque could you get from tuning the W12?
Is that route 1 in California?..thats a sexy car perfect for cruising down that road 👌
The W12 will be much more Reliable down the road !
I'm waiting for the full electric EV with Solid-State Batteries by 2030
Why W12 would be more reliable? I've heard V8 is simpler and need less cooling, thus it's more reliable.
@@mikiyosangyo1627and the v8 is used in a multitude of VW group products (cayenne, panamera, urus, rs q8, etc). It is a proven engine.
Op10 &415op
..🎤🎤💯💯
you done "rev up" a Bentley ;-)
Does the continental gt feel more comfortable or the flying spur?
Flying Spur. The longer wheelbase improves ride comfort.
Seems like the flying spur would win in a landslide. It’s built for comfort.
Know I don't like the White and Black that's ordinary Bentley is known for colors. All cars are now coming in shades of White to Silver to Grey to Black you see a Blue every now and then
they should call w12 twin v6
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W12❤️ reason Why cuz I just bought one 🔥
The white on black is spectacular, but the blue on black would be my choice.
I want it to have a fancier blind spot indicator 😂
V6 supercharged
I dont see a bottle cooler in back console
It's an option
It’s an option for the alcoholics. Lol. Mine won’t have that since my kids will be sitting in the backseat of my car.
W12 all the way. No if and no buts. Straight W12. And just cruise at 30mph to 50mph depending upon the speed limit. No need to drive fast.
Totally. It’s nice to go slow enough to allow others time to admire it
It will looks better with tinted windows or ceramic tint
Beccaccio.
I would go for the V8, it has enough power. The W12 it's just too much.
And the V8 would have the least weight on the front end meaning better handling.
Milesperhr I would take the white
Bro I got like 12 ads on this video. chill out
Looks like 9 auto generated ads were displayed. I agree that's too many. Thanks for letting me know (I don't do this many placements manually)
Pay CZcams $10 a month like I do and you will get zero ads.
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I m happy with my rolls so no point to watch this clip
Should I buy a Bentley? I heard they are very unreliable.
I’ve never heard that. I think that is BS.
newer ones are pretty good, it's at the 60-80k mile mark they start to fudge up, sell it by then.