2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental GT 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 235 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 323 kg more than 2003 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental GT | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental GT | NV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
