2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1734 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 792 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1965 NSU 1200 has manual transmission. 1965 NSU 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Bentley | NSU |
| Model | Continental | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |
