1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bentley Brooklands 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 127 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta, 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) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. 1993 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta 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.
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1993 Bentley Brooklands | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Brooklands | Jetta |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2480 mm |