1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 22 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1990 Bentley Turbo. (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1990 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 673 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan GT-R. (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Turbo | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2779 mm |
