1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 962 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera, 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera. 1999 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Primera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| 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 | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
