1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 15 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 264 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. 1993 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Brooklands | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 90 L |