1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2011 Nissan NP300

To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 21 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 175 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1081 kg more than 2011 Nissan NP300. 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, 2011 Nissan NP300, 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 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300. 1990 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Bentley Turbo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Bentley Turbo 2011 Nissan NP300
Make Bentley Nissan
Model Turbo NP300
Year Released 1990 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2389 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 316 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2410 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2960 mm


 

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