1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 1993 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 265 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 153 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1976 Volvo 265. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265. 1993 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1976 Volvo 265 has manual transmission. 1976 Volvo 265 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bentley Brooklands | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Brooklands | 265 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
