1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Laurel | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Nissan | Bentley |
| Model | Laurel | Continental |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2745 mm |
