2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental GT | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental GT | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
