1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1973 Ferrari 246
To start off, 1994 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 246 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 105 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 246. (196 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 246. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 246. (226 Nm). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 246.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bentley Brooklands | 1973 Ferrari 246 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Brooklands | 246 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2350 mm |
