2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2540 mm |
