1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1994 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Bentley Brooklands | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
Model | Brooklands | 312 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 600 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |