2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental 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 262 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2001 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 655 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Altima |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 28.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |