1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1975 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1975 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 NSU Ro 80, 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 712 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 1975 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Bentley | NSU |
Model | Continental | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2390 cc |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 37 L |