1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1959 BMW 700
To start off, 1993 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1776 kg more than 1959 BMW 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, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bentley Brooklands | 1959 BMW 700 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Brooklands | 700 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 697 cc |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 52 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2130 mm |