1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1993 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL 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 234 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL, 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, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL. 1993 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru DL has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru DL 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 | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Brooklands | DL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2470 mm |
