2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Nissan | Bentley |
| Model | Patrol | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2525 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 90 L |
