2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 2300 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | State Limousine | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2650 mm |
