1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 20 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 5 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 758 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala, 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bentley Brooklands | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Brooklands | Impala |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 64 L |
