2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric 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 307 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1969 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
