1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Nissan | Bentley |
| Model | Skyline | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2746 mm |
