1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 549 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1311 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Nissan | Bentley |
Model | Bluebird | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2746 mm |