1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 19 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 1 more horse power than 2012 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 584 kg more than 2012 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bentley Brooklands | 2012 Acura RL | |
Make | Bentley | Acura |
Model | Brooklands | RL |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 73 L |