1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Bentley Turbo (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Bentley Turbo 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 1990 Bentley Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Bentley Turbo 2010 Nissan Sentra
Make Bentley Nissan
Model Turbo Sentra
Year Released 1990 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 316 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 199 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2410 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4567 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1791 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1511 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2685 mm


 

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