2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 494 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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 Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
