1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1997 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1997 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | Lagonda | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 2225 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2970 mm |