1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 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 74 more horse power than 2012 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 696 kg more than 2012 Volvo C70. 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, 2012 Volvo C70, 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 2012 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bentley Brooklands | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Brooklands | C70 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 60 L |