1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1830 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Nissan | Bentley |
| Model | Cherry | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3066 mm |
