1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2008 Nissan Livina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Nissan Livina.
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, 2008 Nissan Livina, 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 722 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Livina. 1998 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 2008 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Livina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
