2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 351 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1971 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 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
