1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1998 Rover 400

To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 5 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 199 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. 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, 1998 Rover 400, 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 1993 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 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 1998 Rover 400
Make Bentley Rover
Model Brooklands 400
Year Released 1993 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1394 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2436 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2630 mm


 

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