1946 Austin 16 vs. 1995 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1995 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1995 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | 16 | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1946 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |