2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Patrol 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 286 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 345 kg more than 1988 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2980 mm |
