2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1966 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 783 kg more than 1966 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1966 Nissan President | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Continental GT | President |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |