1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1885 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. 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 Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 923 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Nissan | Bentley |
Model | Sunny | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3266 mm |