1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1977 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1996 Bentley Continental is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Datsun 280Z would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1977 Datsun 280Z. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1977 Datsun 280Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1977 Datsun 280Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Continental | 1977 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Bentley | Datsun |
| Model | Continental | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
