1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1997 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1780 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 700 | 1997 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Abarth | Bentley |
Model | 700 | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2970 mm |