1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1972 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1994 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bentley Brooklands | 1972 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Bentley | Innocenti |
| Model | Brooklands | Mini |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2150 mm |
