2013 Nissan Z vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, both 2013 Nissan Z and 2013 Bentley Continental were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 857 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Nissan Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Nissan Z | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Nissan | Bentley |
| Model | Z | Continental |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4246 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1845 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1326 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
