1991 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. 2012 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Pulsar | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Nissan | Bentley |
| Model | Pulsar | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2746 mm |
