1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Bentley Continental 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 1997 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina, 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 727 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina. 1997 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Platina has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Platina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Platina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2480 mm |
