2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1982 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Leopard 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 503 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1982 Nissan Leopard. 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 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Leopard. (148 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1982 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
