1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1994 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1994 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1978 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Bentley Brooklands 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 1994 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Austin Maxi, 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, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Maxi | 1994 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | Maxi | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2970 mm |