1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 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 163 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 907 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 1993 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brooklands | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 204 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 Weight | 2436 kg | 1529 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
